“Go after a life of love as if your life depended on it—because it does. Give yourselves to the gifts God gives you. Most of all, try to proclaim his truth.” -1 Corinthians 14:1, The Message I stumbled upon this verse during my morning quiet time on my birthday and it’s… Read More
Living a Good Story
“Living the Good Life” was born out of my deepest heart’s desire to live my absolute BEST life today and every day, for as long as I shall live on this great big earth. In growing up, I have learned that life is what you make it. Every day you are… Read More
Welcoming Year 29
As mentioned a few posts ago, leading up to my birthday I made the commitment to engage in 29 Days of ‘Being the G.I.F.T. (Give It Forward Today)’ as a way to end my 28th year on the highest note possible. Although I was in a cast and on crutches for… Read More
Fall Ball 2013
My favorite month is here! Happy October! To continue the embrace of the autumn season, kick-off this new month, and celebrate life following a rough couple of months, the hubby and I hosted our first official house party last night, “The First Annual Gottschalk Fall Ball.” Two Words: ABSOLUTE BLAST! We… Read More
Favorite Fall Bread Recipes
It’s been awhile since I’ve talked food, so today I thought I’d share two of my favorite bread recipes that I love to bake during this fall season. They are simple to prepare, will have your home smelling divine, and will taste oh so good! Enjoy! Greek Yogurt Banana Nut Bread… Read More
In Prep for Turning 29*29 Days to Be the G.I.F.T.
29 days from today I turn 29 years old. Yes, that’s right… I will be transitioning from my 28th year of life to the last year of my twenties. After this next year, I will no longer be a “twenty-something” but a 30-year-old. Woah. This 28th year has been a bittersweet year in many ways. Some things have happened that… Read More
A Few Reminders…
When I published my post last Sunday, I had no idea that within a few hours our lives would completely change. I debated whether or not I should share this story, but in the interest of being authentic and living IRL (in real life), I felt it was necessary. Maybe you’ve experienced a similar situation. Or maybe you haven’t. Either… Read More
Still Waters + Sacred Spaces
One State. One Bridge. Two National Parks. Two Great Lakes. And a whole lot of sights and delights along the way. Welcome to the good life of vacation in the one and only Pure Michigan! This past week of vacation away from the demands of home and work has been just plain good-for-our-souls! Driving the coasts of Lake Superior and… Read More
Celebrating 6 Years
On a beautiful, breezy, warm Saturday evening six years ago, my husband and I promised to love, honor, and cherish one another forever on the sandy shore of Lake Michigan, barefoot and all. We both agree that to-date, that has been the happiest, most joyful day of our lives. Being at our favorite up north destination, surrounded by family and… Read More
The Color Run
Girlfriends. Coffee and bagels. 3.1 miles. Splashes of color from head to toe. Hilarious pictures. Smiles. Is there anything better?!? Last weekend I participated in my first ever Color Run in downtown Lansing with my pals Emily and Judith, step-sister Kasey, and her bestie Jade. We joined 15,000 other runners and walkers in the Capital City for this high energy,… Read More
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